What is the mechanism of action of oxycodone?
Abstract
Oxycodone acts primarily as a full agonist at the mu-opioid receptor, inhibiting pain transmission pathways in the central nervous system.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Pain Management and Opioid Use
Neuropeptides and Animal Physiology
Pain Mechanisms and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 17 February 2026
- Language
- EN